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D500 VRM

1987 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

26,733 mi
Last recorded26,733 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Capri55,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD500 VRM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 26,733 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Apr 2025 26,077 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Apr 2024 24,261 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 18 Apr 2023 21,831 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 20,604 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 18,798 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 17,303 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight corrosion bodywork

Pass 22 May 2018 15,837 miles

oil leak

slight corrosion bodywork

slight play front wheel bearings

Fail 3 May 2018 15,828 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2017 14,668 miles

front tyres 2mm approx

slight play in osf wheel bearing

Pass 19 May 2016 11,271 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 May 2015 6,916 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 4,090 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 May 2013 1,990 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 1,078 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 96,652 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 96,491 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 96,152 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 95,828 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 95,524 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 94,724 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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D500 VRM is a 1987 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1987 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 55,478 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D500 VRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 39 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D500 VRM?

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What year was D500 VRM registered?

D500 VRM is a 1987 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D500 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D500 VRM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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